Nelsinho (footballer, born 1962) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Nélson Luís Kerchner | ||
| Date of birth | 31 December 1962 | ||
| Place of birth | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in) | ||
| Playing position | Defender | ||
| Youth career | |||
| São Paulo | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1979–1992 | São Paulo | 134 | (1) |
| 1991 | → Flamengo (loan) | 7 | (0) |
| 1992 | Corinthians | 11 | (0) |
| 1993–1995 | Kashiwa Reysol | 86 | (16) |
| National team | |||
| 1987–1990 | Brazil | 17 | (1) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 2004 | Inter de Limeira | ||
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Nélson Luís Kerchner (born on December 31, 1962, in São Paulo, Brazil), known to many as Nelsinho, is a famous retired Brazilian football player. He was a strong defender on the field. Nelsinho also proudly played for the Brazilian national team, even competing in the 1987 Copa América tournament held in Argentina.
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Playing Career Highlights
Nelsinho started his football journey at a young age. He played for some of Brazil's biggest clubs. He was known for his solid defense and skill.
Early Years at São Paulo FC
Nelsinho began his professional career with São Paulo FC. He joined their youth team and later moved up to the main squad. He played for São Paulo for many years, from 1979 to 1992. During this time, he became a key player for the team.
Time with Flamengo and Corinthians
In 1991, Nelsinho had a short loan spell with Flamengo. He then played for Corinthians in 1992. These experiences allowed him to play for different top Brazilian clubs.
Moving to Japan with Kashiwa Reysol
After playing in Brazil, Nelsinho moved to Japan. He joined Kashiwa Reysol in 1993. This was a new adventure for him. He played for Kashiwa Reysol until 1995. He even scored 16 goals during his time there. This was a great achievement for a defender!
International Matches for Brazil
Nelsinho also represented his country, Brazil, on the international stage. He played for the Brazilian national team from 1987 to 1990.
Copa América and Pan American Games
One of his proudest moments was playing in the 1987 Copa América. This is a big football tournament for South American countries. He also helped Brazil win a gold medal at the 1987 Pan American Games in Indianapolis. This was a fantastic achievement for the team and for Nelsinho. He played 17 matches for Brazil in total.
Life After Playing
After retiring as a player, Nelsinho also tried his hand at coaching. In 2004, he managed a team called Inter de Limeira.
